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as in root
the source from which something grows or develops
ancient Greece provided the seed for much of Western civilization's political and philosophical thought
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as in offspring
the descendants of a person, animal, or plant
the famous stallion's seed can be found on racetracks all over the world
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Recent Examples of seed
Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 9 Nov. 2025
And in the fall, when the air turns crisp and the fields turn orange, this unassuming little town reminds visitors that sometimes, the most unique places grow from the simplest seeds (pun intended).
—Karthika Gupta, Travel + Leisure, 9 Nov. 2025
Jeffrey Kluger, Time, 6 Nov. 2025
The Magic and Hawks are both 3-4 on the season and could be battling for seeding in the Eastern Conference.
—Tyler Everett, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2025
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Noun
This cushiony formula uses sodium hyaluronate (a form of hyaluronic acid) to pull in moisture and plump the lips, while castor seed and meadowfoam oils create a smooth, glossy shine.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 9 Nov. 2025
And in the fall, when the air turns crisp and the fields turn orange, this unassuming little town reminds visitors that sometimes, the most unique places grow from the simplest seeds (pun intended).
—Karthika Gupta, Travel + Leisure, 9 Nov. 2025
Verb
Using a technology Hodak calls the biohybrid model, the chip would be seeded with stem cells which would grow into the brain tissue, forging useful connections with neurons that govern thought, speech, creativity, and more.
—Jeffrey Kluger, Time, 6 Nov. 2025
The Magic and Hawks are both 3-4 on the season and could be battling for seeding in the Eastern Conference.
—Tyler Everett, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for seed
Noun
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The roots anchor in the soil, providing a firm foundation for stems, branches, and leaves.—
Megan Hughes,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Nov. 2025
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Mulch provides insulation from extreme temperatures (cold and hot) by protecting the root system.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
8 Nov. 2025
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The researchers conducted an umbrella review – a high-level evidence summary – of existing reviews to assess their validity concerning acetaminophen and the development of autism or ADHD in offspring.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
9 Nov. 2025
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Back then, however, no one knew what physical substance or mechanism was actually responsible for traits being passed from a parent on to offspring, despite the pioneering genetics work of Gregor Mendel and his pea plants in the 19th century.—
Nell Greenfieldboyce,
NPR,
7 Nov. 2025
Verb
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The suspension kept the car stable and planted in sharp maneuvers, with little body roll, squat or dive.—
Mark Phelan,
USA Today,
10 Nov. 2025
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To make sure those new trees will thrive and provide the ecosystem functions of a true forest, however, project managers must select the right species to plant.—
Jeff Young,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Nov. 2025
Noun
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What’s more, the Fila Museum’s exhibition features a time tunnel that aims to immerse visitors in the brand’s history, retracing its path from origin to the latest developments in sportswear and fashion through iconic garments and multimedia content.—
Stephen Garner,
Footwear News,
7 Nov. 2025
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Each box of pods follows the same format as their whole bean deliveries, single origin from a range of different coffee-producing countries and ready to drop right into a Keurig machine.—
Noah Kaufman,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
7 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Citrus and Flavonoid-Rich Fruits Citrus fruits are full of stroke-preventing nutrients, such as vitamin C, folate, and flavonoids.—
Kirstyn Hill,
Health,
8 Nov. 2025
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When eaten fresh, the fruit has the texture of a dry, sweet apple.—
Laura Simpson,
Oc Register,
8 Nov. 2025
Noun
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When a new and potentially harmful germ invades our immune system, the body reacts by raising its core temperature.—
Erika Edwards,
NBC news,
6 Nov. 2025
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Doctors didn’t believe in germs.—
Stephen Schaefer,
Boston Herald,
6 Nov. 2025
Noun
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From its beginning, the leaders of the rebellion well understood the global reach and resonance of their great struggle.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
7 Nov. 2025
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But that was the beginning of everything for both of us.—
Karen Taylor Bass,
Billboard,
6 Nov. 2025
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“Seed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/seed. Accessed 24 Nov. 2025.
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